- Geographic location:Located in the heart of Europe and covering an area of 78,866 km2, the Czech Republic borders with Germany, Poland, with Austria to the south and Slovakia to the east
- Capital:Prague
- Language:Czech
- Travel documents required:EU Citizens require a passport or identidy card for entry which must be valid for 90 days after point of entry. Canadians, Australians, Amercians and those from New Zealand, South Africa and Ireland can are also permitted entry for up to three months without a visa
- Voltage used :220 volts at 50Hz
- Time zone:GMT +1
- Dialling code:(+420)
- Climate:Spring and late September are probably the best times to visit the Czech Republic as the temperatures are pleasent. However winter months here get very cold, but part of this country's attraction is the festive feeling created by falling snow
- Vaccines:No vacinations are required
- Currency:Czech Corona
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All about the Budvar
par AlexOne of the best things about visiting the Czech Republic is sampling possibly the best beer in the world. Few people realise that the big American brand Budweiser was born here. But far from the gassy light ale stuff served up in the distinctive brown bottles worldwide, real Budvar sold in the Czech Republic is of an entirely different class. It’s rich and creamy and best of all, it’s cheap. So if you’re visiting Prague do the taste test, an tell me if this isn’t the best beer you’ve tasted in the world�
- Publié le 05/05/2009
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Christmas Markets Prague
par AlexThe Christmas market season starts on December 5 for “ Mikulas," or St. Nicholas' Day which is kind of a warm up to the big day. Visiting the Prague Christmas Markets make the perfect warm up to the festive season. And it’s not just the fact you can pick up some great hand crafted toys, jewellery and gifts here. When darkenss falls, check out the music recitals given free in the old town square. And one of the finest festive treats to be had is to keep the old out by sipping svarené vino, or svarák, mulled wine – a type of gluvie served in plastic cups�
- Publié le 04/05/2009
